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We are absolutely thrilled to announce a late addition to the Oak Folk calendar: Ellie Gowers is coming to Kett’s on Saturday 17 January 2026!
“An all-singing, all-dancing folk polymath” – Jon Wilks, TradFolk
Since emerging on the UK folk scene with her 2022 debut album Dwelling by the Weir, Ellie Gowers has captivated audiences with songs rooted in folklore, ecology, and the nuanced stories of her hometown, Warwick. Lauded by The Guardian as “full of delicacy, precision, and gentle delight,” the album established her as a compelling new presence on the UK touring circuit.
While she remains deeply connected to the folk tradition, Ellie’s latest music marks a bold evolution in her sound – drawing inspiration from the likes of MIPSO and Jeff Buckley. Written in the wake of a demanding year on the road, her new material explores themes of distance, longing, and emotional duality, signalling a more expansive and contemporary direction in her songwriting.
Last summer saw the release of her long-anticipated new EP, You The Passenger, which garnered national attention – including airplay on BBC Radio 2 (Mark Radcliffe), 6 Music (Lauren Laverne’s Fantastic Beats), and a featured spot on the RADMAC show. The video for “A Moment” premiered via KLOF, and her work continues to find its way onto countless playlists. Eagle eyed fans may also notice a collaboration with recent Oak Folk alum, Jon Wilks, on their 2025 track Strung Out On the Line.
Ellie also plays in folk collectives Filkin’s Ensemble and The Magpies.
“Really impressive” Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2
